Cookie Notice

Last Updated: October 31, 2025

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and provide essential functionality.

How We Use Cookies

BARS AI uses cookies to provide essential service functionality. We use minimal cookies and do not use tracking or advertising cookies.

Types of Cookies We Use

Cookie Type	Purpose	Duration
Essential Cookies	Required for authentication, security, and core service functionality	Session / 30 days
Session Cookies	Maintain your login state and preferences during your session	End of session
Security Cookies	Protect against fraudulent activity and verify your identity	30 days

Cookies We Do NOT Use

• Advertising Cookies: We do not serve ads or use advertising cookies
• Tracking Cookies: We do not track you across websites
• Social Media Cookies: We do not use social media tracking pixels
• Analytics Cookies: We use minimal, privacy-focused analytics only

Third-Party Cookies

We use a limited number of third-party services that may set their own cookies:

Stripe (Payment Processing)

• Purpose: Secure payment processing and fraud prevention
• Privacy Policy: stripe.com/privacy

Cloudflare (Website Security)

• Purpose: DDoS protection and website performance
• Privacy Policy: cloudflare.com/privacypolicy

Specific Cookies We Set

Cookie Name	Purpose	Expiration
bars_session	Maintains your login session	2 hours of inactivity
bars_auth	Authenticates your account	30 days
bars_csrf	Security token to prevent cross-site request forgery	End of session
bars_preferences	Stores your user preferences (optional)	1 year

Managing Cookies

Browser Controls

Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:

• View which cookies are stored
• Delete existing cookies
• Block future cookies
• Set cookie preferences per website

Browser-Specific Instructions

• Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
• Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions

Impact of Disabling Cookies

Warning: If you disable essential cookies, you will not be able to:

• Log in to your account
• Stay logged in between sessions
• Access the BARS AI dashboard
• Generate reports

Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) signal. Because there is no universal standard for how to interpret DNT signals, we do not currently respond to DNT browser signals.

Cookie Consent

By using BARS AI, you consent to our use of essential cookies. We do not require separate consent for essential cookies as they are necessary for the service to function.

Updates to This Notice

We may update this Cookie Notice from time to time. Significant changes will be communicated via:

• Email notification to registered users
• Prominent notice on our website
• Updated "Last Updated" date at the top of this page

Your Rights

Under data protection laws (GDPR, CCPA), you have rights regarding cookies:

• Right to be informed: This notice explains our cookie use
• Right to withdraw consent: You can delete or block cookies anytime
• Right to data portability: Request your cookie data

Contact Us

Questions about cookies or this Cookie Notice?

WFY Solutions
Morrisville, Vermont
Email: [email protected]
Website: wfysolutions.com